Geoffrey A. Bernas MD

Geoffrey Bernas

Geoffrey A. Bernas
MD

Clinical Assistant Professor

Department of Orthopaedics

Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences


Specialty/Research Focus

Adolescent Sports Medicine; Arthroscopic Surgery; General Orthopaedics; Hip Arthroscopy; Knee Surgery; Orthopaedic Surgery; Shoulder Surgery; Sports Medicine

Contact Information
5959 Big Tree Road
Suite 108
Orchard Park, New York 14127
Phone: (716) 204-3200
gabernas@buffalo.edu


Patient Care

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Professional Summary:

As a physician specializing in orthopaedics and sports medicine, I focus on a combination of advanced nonoperative and operative techniques to treat injuries in patients of all ages and activity levels. My emphasis is on eliminating pain, preserving joints and restoring function so that my patients can return to their normal activity levels safely and as soon as possible. When surgery is necessary, I use advanced arthroscopic techniques for shoulder, hip and knee reconstruction. I continually try to refine and develop new techniques so that my patients always receive the best possible care.

My practice extends outside of the operating room and clinic. I care for athletes at community, high school, college, professional and international sports events, on the sidelines, immediately after their injuries occur. By direct interaction with athletes, “weekend warriors,” parents, coaches and administrators, I help amateur and professional teams, schools and colleges provide safe environments for competition, prevent injury of their athletes and allow for the safe recovery of injured athletes.

My research interests include collaboration and multicenter studies to elucidate the best method of treatment for orthopaedic conditions such as the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), rotator cuff and sports-related hip problems. I am also very interested in developing a better systems approach to musculoskeletal problems in order to provide highly effective patient-centered health care.

I mentor and help develop current and future orthopaedic surgeons, sports medicine specialists, doctors, physician assistants, athletic trainers and other health care providers. My students are exposed to a worldwide perspective due to my extensive training with many of the thought leaders and physicians in orthopaedics and sports medicine. My commitment to compassion and excellence in patient care and an evidence-based approach to treatment sets an example for my trainees so they can be effective health care providers in the Western New York community and around the world.

Education and Training:

  • Fellowship, AOSSM Herodicus Society (2007)
  • Fellowship, University of Michigan (2007)
  • Residency, University at Buffalo (2006)
  • MD, State University of New York Upstate Medical School (2001)
  • BS, Biology, Canisius College, Summa Cum Laude (1997)

Employment:

  • Team Physician, Rochester Americans (2015-present)
  • Assistant Team Physician/Orthopaedic Consultant, Buffal Bandits National Lacrosse League (2010-present)
  • Assistant Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery, University at Buffalo (2007-present)
  • Supervising Physician, Erie Community College (2007-present)
  • Orthopaedic Consultant, World Junior Women‘s U18 International Ice Hockey Federation Championships (2015)
  • Team Physician/Orthopaedic Consultant, Jamestown Ironmen Junior Ice Hockey Team (NAHL) (2010–2013)
  • Orthopaedic Consultant, World Junior Men's U20 International Ice Hockey Federation Championship (2010–2011)
  • Orthopaedic Consultant, Circque de Soleil (2010)

Awards and Honors:

  • O'Donooghue Award, American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (2014)
  • Excellence in Research, American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (2008)

Grants and Sponsored Research:

  • January 2011–January 2015
    Ralph and Mary Wilson Research Foundation
    Ralph and Mary Wilson Research Foundation
    Role: Co-Investigator
    $1,000,000

Journal Articles:

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Books and Book Chapters:

  • Bernas GA. (2009) Chapter 27. In: Management of Acute Knee Dislocations Before Surgical Intervention.

Professional Memberships:

  • American Medical Association (2010–2018)
  • American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (2006–present)
  • Arthroscopy Association of North America (2006–present)
  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons; Fellow (2001–present)

Presentations:

  • "Biomechanical Comparison of Distal Femoral Fixation Techniques in Osteoporotic Bone" New York State Society of Orthopaedic Surgeons Annual Symposium 2005
  • "Computer Assisted Cadaveric Analysis of Tibial Tunnel Lengths in ACL Surgery: A Rationale for Computer Assistance in ACL Reconstruction" 6th Annual CAOS Meeting 2006
  • "Pull-out Strength of the Proximal Long Head of the Biceps Brachii and Biomechanical Comparison of Five Tenodesis Techniques" AOSSM Annual Meeting 2004
  • "Pull-out Strength of the Proximal Long Head of the Biceps Brachii and Biomechanical Comparison of Five Tenodesis Techniques" Orthopaedic Research Society 2005

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  • Marketing Committee; Contributor

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Contact Information

5959 Big Tree Road
Suite 108
Orchard Park, New York 14127
Phone: (716) 204-3200
gabernas@buffalo.edu

This faculty member is affiliated with UBMD, practicing physicians who are also professors in the Jacobs School.

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